IS THIS ON? - Broadcast on KMKR (99.9 FM/Tucson)

ITO welcomes local favorite Charles Ludwig to the studio.  Ask any comedian in Tucson who makes really them laugh and they'll always say Charles Ludwig. Learn all about how Charles attended Catalina High School and became a part of the Tucson comedy scene.  Dave and Phil join the celebrity press junket for Indiana Jones 5 and chat with legendary actor Harrison Ford.  Plus we bring n...

IS THIS ON?  (ITO)  is a weekly comedy broadcast of KMKR (99.9 FM) Tucson, Arizona which airs at 9:00 pm (MT).

ITO is all about the open mic comedy scene in Tucson as we meet local comics Sylvia Remington and Jess Sweeney who tell us all about the new Monday night mic at Bumsted's.  We update the open mic weekly calendar.  Dave gets ready to ring in August with a list of special days.  Plus, ITO Investigates reveals newly released audio from the British documentarian, Alex Holder who chronic...

Last night on ITO...We were joined by the ever-wonderful multi-multi-hyphenate Katie Popiel , Rudy Giuliani takes us inside the White House--to the janitor's closet where he's been sleeping, and Phil voices his disdain for prank shows and radio's Morning Zoo. #IsThisOn #ITOInvestigates #WhereverFinePodcastsAreSold

Local comic Ashley Tappan joins Dave and Phil to promote her upcoming headline gig on Friday, July 1 at the Screening Room.  Ashley tells us all about her comedy journey from her roots in upstate New York to Tucson by way of Second City Improv training in Chicago.  Ashley energetic and refreshing observations are always insightful and hilarious. ITO Investigates uncovers a preview of the...

IS THIS ON?  visits with Jill Carlson, founder of the Four Corners Comedy Festival who tells us all about the upcoming event (September 29 - October 2) which features many Arizona comedians.  Submissions are open! Info:  www.fourcornerscomedyfestival.com.  Dave and Phil review two new Netflix specials from David Spade and Ricky Gervais.  Plus ITO Investigates has uncovered a recording of the Rudy...

(...ITO apologizes for some audio feedback issues at the start of the show)   Dave and Phil welcome local Tucson favorite Ernie Celaya who tells us all about the comedy shows he produces with the Spark Collective.  It was a pleasure talking trash literally and figuratively with Ernie one of the most liked figures on the Tucson Comedy scene.  Ernie hosts several shows a month at Spar...

As part of their community service release conditions, David Wayne Fitzsimmons and Elliot Glicksman have been ordered to appear on “IS THIS ON” .  Join Dave and Phil as we welcome these two giants of the Tucson comedy scene to our KMKR studio to talk about their new project, "Return of the Sweatlodge".  Elliot and Fitz tell tales of the early Tucson comedy scene and share behind the scen...

It's Festival season.  ITO looks at the festival calendar and visits with veteran comedian Joe Lowers who is the President of The World Series of Comedy (WSOC).  Joe tells us all about how the WSOC holds satellite events across the country leading to the Main Event where 101 comics compete.  Find out how you can still participate in the 2022 competitions.  Check out theworldseriesofcomedy.com for...

Dave and Phil share thoughts on the passing of comedian Norm McDonald.  Dave finds his notes for jokes from the pandemic in his couch cushion.  Plus while recording this ITO show at a restaurant location, they discover Rudy Giuliani shaving at the next table.  And much more.

Comedian Robert Mac returns home to Tucson where he is recording a new TV special at his alma mater Salpointe HS on April 5, 2022.  We had a chance to record an interview with him as he tours across Arizona.  Robert Mac shares his comedy journey including his days at U of A and the early experiences performing at Laffs and at comedy clubs across the country.  Check out his schedule at RobertMac.co...

Dave and Phil open the show with Cuban cigars and a discussion of Phil's recent trip to Havana.  The ITO traveling mic visits with Cali comic Rajh Kirch who tells us about various shows he produces in San Diego and LA.  We review the new Taiki Watiti HBO comedy series "This Flag Means Death" starring SNLs Leslie Jones.  Plus a preview of Unscrewed Theater's "Friday Night After Dark"...

Tucson comedian John "Jon Jon" Hernandez visits ITO for a discussion of the local comedy scene and how this Tucson native has seen it evolve.  A fixture at LAFFs Jon Jon shares his writing techniques by hosting a popular weekly free writing group every Thursday prior to LAFFs Open Mic.  Dave, Phil and Jon Jon talk about good hosting elements and provide a current rundown of the Tucson Open mics.  

All of the world saw President Trump's video message to the "legitmate political discoursers" at the Capitol.  New revelations reveal that there were several attempts at recording the message.  ITO Investigates uncovers the details of these previous recordings.   Don't miss this history making moment.  Plus we shre our thoughts on the recent sad passing of Louie Andersen a...

Dave and Phil remember comedian/actor Bob Saget who sadly passed away this week at age 65.  We explore news on the Siegfried and Roy front with revelations of possible foul play behind the near fatal attack on Roy Horn by the tiger, Montecore.  Siegfried Fishbacher visits to explain with his attorney?  A new article names the top SNL hosts and Dave and Phil talk about new shows to watch in 2022. 

IS THIS ON? Dave and Phil review the new Aaron Sorkin film, "Being The Ricardos" which chronicles the making of the classic TV sitcom "I Love Lucy".  ITO looks at the top sitcoms of all time.  Plus a look at important days coming up in January.  

IS THIS ON? celebrates our 2nd Anniversary.  Dave and Phil review show highlights and welcome a star studded cast of ITO friends who drop by including Al Pacino; Senator Bernie Sanders and a special visit to double-oh-heaven with Sir Sean Connery.  

Dave and Phil welcome Tucson comic and improvisor Rich Gary to the show live to talk about his upcoming projects including classes at The Tucson Improv Movement and Keep Tucson Sketchy shows.  Learn about Rich Gary's comedy journey and enjoy his infectious, positive on-stage style.  ITO Investigates does a post Thanksgiving wellness check in with Rudy Giuliani.  Dave looks at import...

Kenny Schied of Gratitude Productions stops by the ITO studio to talk about the Halloween Spooktacular celebration Saturday, Oct. 30 at Catalina Craft Pizza in Catalina.  The FREE show begins at 4pm with music, comedy and more.  ITOs Dave and Phil don't just talk about comedy...we're both on the show!  Plus, ITO Investigates finds Rudy Guiliani at the Williard Hotel in DC.  Art...

Dave and Phil review the new Dave Chappelle Netflix special, "The Closer" and talk about some of the recent controversy about it's release. As the new James Bond film "No Time To Die" is released we look at Bond theme songs over the years. Plus Dave and Phil talk about the upcoming show at Tucson Improv Movement as they prepare to hit the stage.  

Katie Popiel returns to IS THIS ON to tell us all about the new Red Herring Puppets production as well as other projects in the works including White Christmas.  Phil and Dave consider which comic greats deserve a bio pic and who should portray them.  Plus a look at special days coming in October.

Dave and Phil visit with Allana Erickson-Lopez and Cy Barlow who tell us about all of the wonderful events happening at Unscrewed Theater including improv shows and classes plus a brand new Friday Late Night variety show.  We share thoughts on the passing of Ed Asner.  ITO friend Al Pacino wanders by the studio on his first visit outdoors since the pandemic.  Tune in to find out the...

Local Tucson favorite comedian Roy Lee Reynolds joins Dave and Phil for an insider's look at the Tucson comedy scene. Roy shares his comedy journey from his youth in Arkansas to serving overseas in the U.S. Air Force.  Mr. Reynolds tells tales of performing all over the world from Korea to England.  There's much to hear and learn as Roy shares the steps he took to reach a live video comedy special...

Governor Andrew Cuomo visits with Dave and Phil to discuss his resignation.  A tribute to NYC sketch comedy icon Trevor Moore who died suddenly at age 41 in an auto accident last week. We shamelessly promote our own upcoming stand up shows at the Tucson Improv Movement (TIM).  Plus we look at what we've been watching and a review of current Tucson open mics.

ITO has two excellent guests.  Linda Ray, founder of the Tucson Comedy Alliance visits to discuss the state of the Alliance as well as her current projects as a comic and improvisor.  Plus, psychologist and comic Dr. Brian King stops by while in Tucson to discuss his latest book, "The Art of Taking It Easy" a fine lesson for these pandemic times.  Dave and Phil update the Tucson open mic calendar...